lavabo

/ləˈveɪboʊ/
noun
  1. A fixed basin or sink used for washing hands, especially in a bathroom or church.
    • The old church had a stone lavabo near the entrance for washing hands.
    • The priest used the lavabo before the ceremony.
    • She installed a new lavabo in the guest bathroom.
  2. A small, portable washbasin used in medieval times.
    • The lavabo was filled with rose water for the guests.
    • The museum displayed a medieval lavabo made of brass.
    • Travelers in the 14th century often carried a lavabo for washing on the road.